Living in BL5: Liveability Score 60/100

Bolton, North West

Last updated 25 June 2026

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety

Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bolton (year ending Dec 2025): 30,504 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.

Environment

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools

17 Outstanding, 66 Good out of 87 rated schools.

Healthcare

Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 2 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.

Broadband

95% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health

IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.

Bills

Band D council tax £2,400/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Good transport links with regular public transport options.

Lifestyle

Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 286 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

BL5 covers 702 active postcodes in Bolton, North West.

Frequently asked questions

Is BL5 a safe area to live?

BL5 scores 24/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bolton (year ending Dec 2025): 30,504 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.

What are the schools like in BL5?

Schools in BL5 score 69/100. 17 Outstanding, 66 Good out of 87 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in BL5?

Broadband in BL5 scores 79/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does BL5 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include M46, WN2, BL6. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for BL5?

BL5 scores 60/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.